In 2018, he released his third studio album, Some Rap Songs, which was his last album with Columbia; following it up with the EP Feet of Clay in 2019 on Warner Records. His latest album, Sick!, was released in 2022, also on Warner Records.
Blade
Earl Sweatshirt Lyrics
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Killing shit i'm half-privileged
Think white and have ngger lips
A tad different, mad smart, act ignorant
Shit, I'll pass a class when
My dad starts giving shit's
But as long as our relationship is turdless
I'ma keep burning rubber and fucking
Who that? Oh, that new-coon John Cusack
A Mecca button-up, shouting
"Bring Fubu back"
Hands full of coke, mouth full of crack Muzak
Odd Future on the do rag guess who's back?
With no hint, we're egging with no tint
Plus, it's a shotgun under the
Seat where your ho sit's, ugh
The Night Striker, I'm riding her
Up-tying her
It's nine Vicodins stuck inside of
The windpipes of her
A little bit of sherm sure provokes
The fucking fight in her
She started biting 'cause I'm giving cock
Like it's advice to her
Take that, I'm on top like wave caps
This is grade-A rap Domo
Bring that bass back, nigga
Um, Domo couldn’t be here, so
Uh… We’re just… I don’t like talking hu Ugh!
Awww, cuz fell on the floor, cuz! Ayy
Call them policemen niggas that, like
Help people when they hurt!
The lyrics of "Blade" by Earl Sweatshirt and Domo Genesis shed light on themes of identity, privilege, and rebellion. The opening lines confront racial stereotypes and social expectations head-on. Earl references his mixed-race background by stating, "Killing shit, I'm half-privileged, think white and have n****r lips." He acknowledges the complexity of his identity, acknowledging that he possesses both intelligence and ignorance, claiming to be "mad smart" yet capable of acting ignorant.
The lyrics also touch upon Earl's strained relationship with his father, expressing a desire for acceptance and validation. He mentions wanting to pass a class when his father starts giving a shit, suggesting a need for approval and understanding. However, as long as their relationship remains problematic or "turdless," Earl asserts his independence and continues to pursue his own path, likening it to burning rubber and constantly pushing boundaries in his music.
The song also delves into a sense of rebellion and anti-establishment sentiment. Earl and Domo reference drug use and criminal activities like carrying a shotgun and engaging in illicit activities. They embody a disruptive and confrontational attitude, using their music as a platform to challenge societal norms. The inclusion of Odd Future in the lyrics highlights a collective belonging and a desire to reintroduce elements of 90s hip-hop fashion, such as the shoutout to Fubu.
Overall, "Blade" showcases Earl Sweatshirt and Domo Genesis's unfiltered expressions of their identities, their rebellious nature, and their need for validation and acceptance while simultaneously rejecting societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweatshirt, Domo Genesis, throwing chairs
Sweatshirt and Domo Genesis, known for their unpredictable behavior and aggression
Killing shit i'm half-privileged
Being partially privileged doesn't stop me from succeeding and dominating
Think white and have ngger lips
Even though I may conform to certain white standards, I still embrace my black identity
A tad different, mad smart, act ignorant
I may seem different, but I'm intelligent and purposely act ignorant to challenge societal norms
Shit, I'll pass a class when
I'll only bother with academic success when my father starts caring
My dad starts giving shit's
My father shows no interest or support in my endeavors
But as long as our relationship is turdless
As long as we have no conflicts or issues in our relationship
I'ma keep burning rubber and fucking
I'll continue to take risks and excel in my pursuits
These beats with burnt dick
I'm effortlessly dominating and leaving a lasting impact on the music industry
Who that? Oh, that new-coon John Cusack
Identifying myself as a 'new-coon' like John Cusack, a white actor who embraces black culture
A Mecca button-up, shouting
I wear fashionable clothing from Mecca while confidently expressing my beliefs
"Bring Fubu back"
Advocating for a return of Fubu, a brand associated with black culture and empowerment
Hands full of coke, mouth full of crack Muzak
Engaging in drug use and listening to crack-inspired music
Odd Future on the do rag guess who's back?
Odd Future, the rap collective, reclaiming their influence and returning to prominence
With no hint, we're egging with no tint
We're provoking and causing trouble without any secrecy or disguise
Plus, it's a shotgun under the
I possess a shotgun under the seat
Seat where your ho sit's, ugh
Where your significant other sits, indicating dominance and control
The Night Striker, I'm riding her
I'm asserting my power and dominance, taking control of the situation
Up-tying her
Taking away her freedom and restraining her
It's nine Vicodins stuck inside of
There are nine Vicodins (painkillers) causing addiction
The windpipes of her
Affecting her ability to breathe or speak freely
A little bit of sherm sure provokes
Using sherm (PCP) to incite aggression or chaos
The fucking fight in her
Causing her to become combative and aggressive
She started biting 'cause I'm giving cock
She resorts to aggressive behavior because of my sexual interactions with her
Like it's advice to her
My sexual encounters are seen as guidance or instruction to her
Take that, I'm on top like wave caps
Asserting my dominance and claiming the top position, like wave caps worn to maintain hair texture
This is grade-A rap Domo
Referring to their rap as high-quality and superior
Bring that bass back, nigga
Requesting the return of the deep, powerful bass in the music
Um, Domo couldn’t be here, so
Domo Genesis is absent from this moment
Uh… We’re just… I don’t like talking hu Ugh!
I don't enjoy engaging in small talk or meaningless conversations
Awww, cuz fell on the floor, cuz! Ayy
An exclamation of surprise or amusement as someone falls to the ground
Call them policemen niggas that, like
Referring to the police as individuals who assist and protect
Help people when they hurt!
They are called upon to provide aid and assistance when individuals are in distress
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